Big Bluestem 'Red October'
Big Bluestem is a native grass and was once a dominant feature on the North American prairie, and is sometimes referred to as “Monarch of the Prairie”. This selection forms a tall, upright clump of narrow, green foliage with red tips. Foliage turns burgundy to scarlet by fall. Fall seed heads are ‘turkey-foot’ shaped and also in shades of red. Excellent planted in mixed-perennial, fall-blooming borders, where a height is desired. This native ornamental grass is tough like the species. Introduced by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens, Inc., USPP#26283: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Height: 60– 120cm (23-47") | Spread: 60 – 90cm (23-35") | Exposure: Full sun
As with all living things, no two plants are alike and, therefore, may not be exactly as shown. There will be some natural variation in size, shape, and characteristics. May be in stages of flowering upon purchase.
